Château Giscours 2020

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Von Anfang an kündigt der Giscours seine Größe an. Diese Größe äußert sich dank seiner Frische, seiner Subtilität und seiner Definition. In der Nase zeigen sich einladende, fruchtige, florale und mineralische Nuancen in Form von Pfefferminze, schwarzen Beeren und Iris. Am Gaumen überrascht der Giscours mit seiner Dichte und Frische. Er hat Rasse, Vitalität und kräftige Tannine, die sich auf eine sehr präzise Art und Weise entfalten. Ein Wein, der es versteht, Frische, Reife, Kraft und Finesse miteinander zu verbinden. Giscours 2020 ist ein großer Erfolg und einer der größten Giscours der letzten 30 Jahren. Langer Nachklang. 2026-2050 96-98/100.

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Aromas of crushed berries, dried flowers and spices with undertones of ink and iron. Full-bodied with wonderful, fine tannins that are totally embedded in the structure. Endless length and such refinement. Rather ethereal. Another winner from Giscours. 96-97/100.

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This is an excellent Giscours, extremely precise, well drawn and seductive. There is both concentration and spice, and a vivid sappy feel to the raspberry and bilberry fruits, all drawn out through the palate as the slate texture kicks in. Plenty of things to keep track on here, not least that this is now the only estate in Margaux owned by the Albada family, as they have sold du Tertre. The focus is now entirely on Giscours, and I would expect to see a concerted effort to raise the visibility of the property. Changes include Thomas Duclos as consultant since 2019, and vineyard choices such as intra-plot harvesting, meaning going in waves through the plots picking individual vines when they are at full ripeness. Plus, Jerome Poisson is the new technical director (a French Canadian, who worked in Napa, Italy, Chile, Cognac and Alsace), replacing Lorenzo Pasquini. 50% new oak for ageing. A yield of 35hl/ha. Drinking Window 2028 – 2044. - Jane Anson.

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A new era of Giscours in the glass. Intense purple colour with violet hue and black core. Excellent nose with distinct fresh fruit, blackcurrants, ripe elderberries, blackberries, hints of oriental spices in the background. Well balanced with elegant oak and discreet toasting aroma. On the palate extremely juicy and refined with velvety and precise tannins, wonderful freshness, fresh dark berries and fine hints of dark chocolate and oriental spices. A wine with exciting tension, elegance and persistence in treat precision.

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A blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Merlot, the 2020 Giscours reveals a deep garnet-purple color and compelling notes of crushed redcurrants, plum preserves and Morello cherries, leading to hints of lavender, wild sage, damp soil and black truffles with a touch of licorice. The medium-bodied palate bursts with vibrant red and black fruits and lots of savory accents, supported by soft, very well managed tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing on a lingering fragrant earth note. 92-94+/100. - Lisa Perrotti-Brown.

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Couleur sombre, intense et pourpre. Nez très aromatique, au fruité mûr et subtil. Parfumé. Caressant à l’attaque, subtil en milieu de bouche, très aromatique, le vin glisse jusqu’en finale où il s’achève sur des tannins présents, mais enveloppés. Longueur normale.